2008: THE BEST OF SPAIN & PORTUGAL (6820)
14 days incl. air, or 13 days Madrid to Madrid
Discover the best of these two colorful countries on this exciting vacation covering the Spanish regions of Castile, La Mancha, Andalusia, Costa del Sol, Castile, and Oporto. Among the highlights: a visit of the walled city of Toledo and of the royal Alhambra palace and fortress in Granada. Also experience the sunny town of Malaga and its surrounding resort villages, the British-owned Rock of Gibraltar, spectacular Seville, enchanting Evora, delightful Lisbon, and the famed Fatima sanctuary. Enjoy a guided tour of Oporto, rich in culture and history and known for its Port wine production; and Salamanca, Avila, and Segovia, precious jewels situated in the heart of Spain. Spend the last two overnights in Madrid with an included sightseeing tour of this dynamic capital city.
HOTELS
MADRID Praga (F), GRANADA Don Juan (ST), COSTA DEL SOL Piramides (F) at Fuengirola, SEVILLE Don Paco (ST), LISBON Roma (ST), OPORTO Quality Portus Cale (F), SALAMANCA Catalonia Salamanca Plaza (F)
HOTELS
MADRID Praga (F), GRANADA Don Juan (ST), COSTA DEL SOL Piramides (F) at Fuengirola, SEVILLE Don Paco (ST), LISBON Roma (ST), OPORTO Quality Portus Cale (F), SALAMANCA Catalonia Salamanca Plaza (F)
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- Tour Operator
- Cosmos
- Duration
- 14 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Board your overnight transatlantic flight | |
| Day 2 | Arrival In Madrid, Spain | Check into your hotel. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers. (D) |
| Day 3 | MADRID-TOLEDO-GRANADA | A short morning drive south to Toledo. Spectacularly situated on a granite hill surrounded by a loop of the Tagus River, the ancient Castilian capital attracts more sightseers from all over the world than any other Spanish town. Time to visit the old walled city, which was made famous in El Greco's paintings. Even now it's like a great open-air museum of Spanish history and art. Cross the Guadalquivir River and head for the olive and orange groves of the rolling Andalusian hills. Overnight in history-steeped Granada at the foot of the Sierra Nevada. (B,D) |
| Day 4 | GRANADA-COSTA DEL SOL | Take advantage of the included visit with a Local Guide of the Alhambra, a summer complex built by the Moorish kings. You'll treasure the memory of its architectural beauty, dazzling ceilings, and magnificent gardens. This afternoon enjoy a scenic drive along the Costa del Sol via Malaga to your overnight hotel. (B) |
| Day 5 | Costa del Sol | A day at leisure to catch up on your postcards, enjoy the sandy beaches, browse through the trendy boutiques, or sample the many fancy restaurants. Don't miss out on the optional excursion to Mijas, a typical Andalusian market town with some enchanting views of the coast from its upper terraces. (B,D) |
| Day 6 | COSTA DEL SOL-SEVILLE | First today a visit to the strategic rock fortress of Gibraltar, in British hands since 1704. Then on through the sunny sherry wine region on the Costa de la Luz to vibrant, festive Seville. (B,D) |
| Day 7 | Seville | One of Spain's most colorful cities. Perhaps you'd like to spend this morning enjoying an optional sightseeing tour including the main highlights of the vibrant city. (B,D) |
| Day 8 | SEVILLE-EVORA, PORTUGAL-LISBON | This morning enjoy the scenery of the Sierra de Aracena before crossing into Portugal and the fertile plains of the Alentejo. Admire the forest of cork trees and make a stop in Evora, a delightfully attractive Moorish city with arches, alleys, flower-decked balconies, and brilliant white houses. Take the motorway for the drive into Lisbon for two overnights. (B) |
| Day 9 | Lisbon | Henry the Navigator made Lisbon the 15th-century mistress of the seas. You'll see his monument, the Belem Tower, the Moorish Citadel, the impressive Black Horse Square, and other highlights on the guided sightseeing excursion. Spend the afternoon in the Alfama's tile-decorated streets, or take an optional excursion along the Estoril Coast to Cascais and Sintra. (B) |
| Day 10 | LISBON-OPORTO | North this morning by way of Santarem, using the motorway to reach Fatima for a visit of its worldfamous sanctuary. Later, Oporto on the northern bank of the River Douro. Optional sightseeing with a Local Guide takes in many of the city's highlights. (B) |
| Day 11 | OPORTO-SALAMANCA, SPAIN | A profusion of woodlands and mountains on your way to Spain by way of Fuentes de Onoro and Ciudad Rodrigo, located high above the Rio Agueda. Reach the ancient and beautiful university town of Salamanca in the early evening. (B,D) |
| Day 12 | SALAMANCA-MADRID | Leave Salamanca this morning, still visualizing its charming Plaza Mayor. Journey to fortified Avila with its many towers for an orientation tour. Visit St. Theresa's convent before continuing to Segovia for another visit of this medieval town picturesquely set on a rocky hill. Cross the boundary between new and old Castile to arrive in Madrid. (B) |
| Day 13 | Madrid | Not only is it the capital of Spain, but because it is situated 2,180 feet above sea level, the Spaniards rightly say Madrid is the nearest thing to heaven. Enjoy the main highlights on the included guided sightseeing excursion. (B) |
| Day 14 | Your homebound flight arrives the same day | (B) |
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*Air inclusive prices are based on departure from New York. Prices for departures from other cities will vary and can be obtained from your travel agent or by visiting www.cosmos.com. Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee of up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.40 per segment, and U.S. and International arrival and departure fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Air inclusive prices are subject to change and not guaranteed until payment is made in full. Restrictions apply.Single room supplement: $480Guaranteed sharesNo triple room reduction.0318 Holy week in Seville0408 Feria in Seville
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Guaranteed Air-Inclusive Price:
Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure and other government imposed fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Please see the Applicable Airfare Taxes and Fee link above for more information.
Air booked in conjunction with a land vacation is considered an air-inclusive vacation. Air can only be booked by Globus in conjunction with a land package and is only available for passengers traveling from the United States. For vacation departures in 2008, your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your air schedule had been confirmed and your entire vacation package has been paid in full. For vacation departures in 2009, an additional $250 non-refundable deposit (total $500 non-refundable) is required for air booked in conjunction with any land vacation and your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your flight information is confirmed and Globus has received your full land and air deposit.
Not Included in the Vacation Price:
Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; International Air Transportation tax; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; airport taxes and fees including the September 11th Security fee up to $10 per person, Passenger facility charges up to $18 per person, Federal domestic flight segment fees up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure, and other government imposed fees up to $300 per person; port taxes; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted Globus menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); optional excursions; airport transfers on non-qualifying flights; porterage at airports and train stations; Travel Protection premiums; all airline imposed baggage fees (including internal flights); and all other items of a personal nature.
